Joe Haden Hints At Unexpected Deshaun Watson Scenario
The Cleveland Browns have had 41 different starting quarterbacks since they returned to the NFL in 1999.
That number has already gone higher this season with Dillon Gabriel taking over for Joe Flacco, and there’s also a chance that Shedeur Sanders will start a game at some point.
However, former Browns player Joe Haden believes they should go back to another one of their former starters instead.
Talking on the “Honor the Land” podcast, the longtime defensive back claimed that the Browns should give Deshaun Watson another chance because of his steep salary.
“He’s making $45 million a year. As soon as Deshaun’s leg is okay, if I were the owner or anyone running the team, I’d completely understand. If Deshaun can play, we’re putting him in the game. Let’s see if we can get anything out of the veteran we’re paying $45 million. I wouldn’t be mad at all about that. You’ve got to get what you can out of Deshaun. While he’s healthy, I’m putting him in the game,” Haden said.
That likely would be seen as an admission of failure for the organization.
Not only would it cut into the development of the two rookie draft picks, but it could send the wrong message to the locker room.
Essentially, there would be no accountability.
Watson has been a huge disappointment on and off the field and is currently recovering from an Achilles injury.
He isn’t the future of this team, and may not be the future of any team, for what it’s worth.
If the Browns fail to win another game this season, at least they will be evaluating or developing a young quarterback.
There’s nothing left to evaluate or develop with Watson.
A big portion of the fan base has already had enough, and even owner Jimmy Haslam seems to be done with him.
There’s no way to justify putting Watson back on the field, especially if the Browns are out of the playoff picture.
Dak Prescott Quietly Pays Off Student Loan Debt for Entire Mississippi State Class of 2016 — No Cameras, Just Impact
Dallas, TX — October 2025 — Dak Prescott, quarterback for the
According to sources at Mississippi State University, Prescott’s foundation covered more than
“We were informed that an anonymous donor would be covering the student loan balances for the Class of 2016,” said a Mississippi State spokesperson. “When we later learned that it was Dak Prescott, we weren’t surprised. This is the kind of person he is — humble, generous, and always looking to help others.”
Prescott’s college career at Mississippi State was a defining period in his life, where he set numerous school records and became one of the most beloved figures in the university’s history. His leadership and play on the field paved the way for his successful NFL career, but it’s his commitment to helping others that has truly left a lasting legacy.
The university’s financial aid office worked directly with Prescott’s team to identify graduates from the 2016 class who still had student loan debt. Within a few weeks, those debts were fully paid off, and students received letters informing them of the incredible gift. Many graduates were left in shock and deeply grateful for the generosity of their former quarterback.
“I was stunned when I got the letter,” one graduate shared. “I never imagined something like this would happen, especially from Dak Prescott. He’s always been a role model, and this just shows what kind of person he really is.”
In addition to his charitable giving, Prescott has been involved in numerous community outreach programs, supporting causes such as youth mentorship, mental health awareness, and underprivileged communities. His commitment to giving back is just as strong as his dedication to football, and it’s clear that Prescott sees his platform as an opportunity to make a positive impact.
As news of his generous donation spreads, Prescott’s legacy continues to grow, not just as a star quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, but as a true leader whose actions off the field are changing lives and inspiring others to follow in his footsteps. In a world where fame often leads to self-promotion, Dak Prescott’s quiet yet powerful gesture serves as a reminder of the true power of giving.
